Adventure Cleanse!
Hi spark,
As many of you know I’m working on Crazy Sexy You: A Gutsy Game Plan for Health, Happiness and a Great Ass! (working title). Well, it’s going SLOW. I’ve been clockin’ the miles with my speaking gigs and haven’t been able to consistently clack out the writing. I finished the first draft of my pH chapter but that’s it! One more gig tomorrow and Friday (at Urban Zen in NYC) and then I’m home for 4 weeks! YAHOOO, lock and load, sweat pant/laptop city.
Wanna help? Part of my book is a 28 day cleanse – The Adventure Cleanse to be exact. Once you learn all the juicy reasons for adopting an alkaline plant-based diet with a high concentration of raw foods, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice Crazy Sexy style. I like to think of the cleanse as a jumper cables. For 28 days you’ll clean out with class and sass. You’ll move your God pod with joy and a new found anchor reminding you of the real reason to take care of yourself – your Divinity! That’s right, you’re a gorgeous angel so why would you put crap in your yap? Once the cleanse is complete, you can choose what level you want to stay at OR move towards.
I’ve been a healing guinea pig for the past 6 years and I know what works and what doesn’t (for me). If I dive into a detox that’s too advanced I usually fall off the wagon, rob a CVS (yummy prescription drugs) and run to a bar to wash them down. Not good. Plus, I’m an addict. Addicted to FUN and rebel fire. Each of us is at a different level for a different reason. Therefore, it would be impossible for me to build a one-size-fits-all program.
Adventure Level one – 50/50 – raw to cooked ratio
Adventure Level two – 70/30 – raw to cooked ratio
Adventure Level three – raw till dinner, then 80/20
Adventure Level four – 100% raw with a mini juice fast
* Every Wednesday (or whatever day works for you) – you get the chance to try a spiritual fast. The same as we do here at CSL. 3-4 quarts of green drink but with intention and purpose!
* When I say raw I don’t just mean raw snacks that are mostly nuts and mostly acidic – I mean mostly veggies and sprouts! Some nuts, pates, etc are fine – but not the entire raw ratio. The cooked portion is filled with yummies like slightly steamed veggies, gentle sautes, sweet potatoes, winter squashes, soups, gluten-free grains and pastas, tempeh, veggie burgers cooked beans etc. Soy products in moderation if at all. If you have an estrogen sensitive issue then I would stay away from soy. The problem I see with many of the vegan diets out there is that they rely on vegan fast food – fake soy nuggets etc. I’ll be honest, I like that stuff from time to time. On nights I work late I’ll chow a spelt pizza with soy cheese or make soy meatballs. But I keep that stuff in my “occasional”, I’m too lazy tonight column.
Now to the NO section…
* No gluten, wheat, animal products, processed sugar, refined carbs, alcohol, coffee, cigs. If you have cancer then only low glycemic fruits – if you do NOT have cancer then all fruit are fine but in moderation. Too much sugar in ANY form suppresses your immune system.
It’s a cleanse after all, it won’t be couch potato comfortable. But when it’s over you’ll be able to add things back in moderation (like sprouted grains bread/tortillas). I’m vegan, I would LOVE for the world to be vegan but I’m also realistic. If after the 28 days you decide to go back to meat then at least you will know the best quantities and quality. You will hopefully stick with it as an occasional item and choose raw dairy over cooked, pasteurize, homogenized puss. But WOW are there so many alternatives these days! I promise to include a phat list for ya in the book.
If while on the cleanse you learn that you feel so much better without gluten, then breads might not be your thing. There are gluten-free options but so far I haven’t found any that taste very good and aren’t full of chemicals. Anyone find one they’d like to share?
As I said earlier, if you choose to stick with the program then you can stay at your level, move down, move up etc. It’s flexible.
Plus, I’m super excited about the modifications section. I think this might be the first “diet” book written for a larger demographic that includes modifications for cancer patients or folks with immune issues. My peeps!
So, YOU are an Adventurer! Are you ready to take the challenge? I would LOVE to try my cleanse with my beautiful readers, get feedback, give support and see if this thing really works! We’ll be doing most of the nitty gritty on the forum but I’ll certainly blog about it on Wednesdays.
Any one interested and if so what month is best for you to start May or June? Please specify in your comments.
Speaking of Wednesdays, it’s that time again. Goddess Fast! For me, it’s 3-4 quarts of green drink and an end of day green smoothie with avocado and cacao. Yes! Is it end of the day yet?
Peace and Adventures,
Kris
149 Comments
YAY!!! I am in for Level 3 starting in May! I am going to paint a new lunch box for work just for the encouragement for the month….I think this is going to be amazing!!!!
OK. I’ll give it a try. Level I for me. I just gave up dairy, so now I’m ready for another challenge. And May is the month for me!
I would love to participate, starting at level one. Either May or June work for me. I look forward to the journey.
I’d like to do Level 1 in May :)
Kris,
I’d like to start in May.
I’m stuck between Level I and II, but I want to be successful, so count me in for Level 1.
MAY!!!…Let’s go in May! I want details :-) I’m watching your documentary Kris as I type this and you are a true inspiration!
Love to you Kris!
Kris, i’d love to do the cleanse… prefer May, sooner rather than later! I’m about to buy a juicer, so I’ll be ready! Just trying to decide for sure… i think i read somewhere you recommend the GreenStar? I’m leaning that way, but have read so many different reviews at this point! Just let us know what we need to start! Can’t wait!!!! xoxox Lisa (worked with you at V-Day UZ Wellness Lounge in NOLA just a year ago this week! I’m Rodney’s assistant and work with Jamie on UZIT Program!) xoxoxox
I am a true newbie! Just getting into the game of raw:) I actually heard it could help with hypothyroidism, which i developed recently after my 5th baby was born. I am also looking forward o the energy and weightloss aspects of going raw! I do needs lots of help on how to go about it, and what to eat:)
I don’t care when – I’m just thrilled that you are doing this! I desperately need a jumpstart back to health!
I’m all for May. I’ve been thinking about starting one…would be much easier with the support of all you guys.
I’m in for June! I’m ready to make a change! I’m “raw” at this whole concept and don’t know a thing about how to even start or what goes into your green drinks. Consider me Level 1. Looking forward to your teachings!
LOVE it. June would be great.
Kris! This is SO exciting, what a stellar idea. I love that you’ve included 4 different levels of cleansing in this. May would be fab for me but if June is the month, then I’d try to join then too. It would be awesome to have some kind of juicing cheat sheet with different recipes, or info about the different properties of various ingredients… something we could print out & post on our fridges for motivation & inspiration. THANK YOU for doing this!!
I agree with Elizabeth, this is so exciting! I so admire and respect what you have accomplished… you are the Jay Kordich of a younger generation! Healed and Healthy, Bravo! May would be awesome for me, to kick start the summer season! Thank you! Do I need to do anything else to sign on board for your 28 day cleanse? xxoo
I’m in! I would love to start in May.. and I will be between level one and two! My goal is to be raw until dinner! (and avoid all of the no-nos!)
the no nos scare me a little! I enjoy a glass of wine here and there and my defac dunkin donuts coffee with cream…oh dear. Im going to need help and support, for sure!
Cannot wait to sink my teeth into the next book!! Would truly love a June start but whatever is decided will be great!!
I’m out of shape and have od’d on junk ALL winter. Need to break free finally!
Wow! I have recently decided to make a full commitment to a raw lifestyle at some level… count me in for May at Level 3. I don’t have cancer – but my dad does and it has caused me to REALLY think about a change. Thank you!
I think May better, lets just get it on!
May is awesome, how do I do the “green drink” on Wednesdays?
I’m new here…
Right now I’m drinking coffee with sugar and coffeemate and ate a ham and cheese sandwich on white bread.
Feel awful (surprised?)
May will work for me.
Although I do not have cancer I am dealing with infertility issues and was told last friday that my chances are slim of getting preggo without IVF. I am post 2 days of the news and climbing my way out of the grief process and in to fighting mode. No surprise I thought of YOU!!! I am ready to be a human test case to see if I can heal my body and prepare it for the blessing of pregnancy. I’m ready to start when you are…my vote is to start Monday morning! :-)
Count me in for May-the sooner, the better! I’ve been intending to ease into raw, so the timing on this is great. As a novice, I guess I would be a 1 or 2. Any suggestions as far as letting go of some habits before the offcial start?
I am totally in for May! I think I’ll be going for level 4. If I can’t sustain it for some reason, I’ll drop down to level 3. I am vegan already and I try to stay high raw so I should be fine. I also enjoy doing little juice feasts here and there. One day I will do a full 92 day juice feast!
This is sooooo what I need in my life! I love when you think about making changes, then get a little lovely email newsletter that has the info you need right there! Siked, nervous, willing and looking to do some serious cleansing in JUNE!
P.S. Level 1-2…
I’m so excited about this. Please may!!! The sooner the better. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with the world
Love ya.
Oh, level 1 for me :).
hi, i linked to you from a post on twitter. rawfoodnation retweeted you, so AWESOME how that works! anywho…i’m vegan with big weight issues. i went 50/50 raw for 2 months and actually gained about 10-15 lbs, i obviously wasn’t doing it right. i’m going to start following your blog and your twitter posts so maybe i can learn something. thanks!!
That sounds like fun – May would be great for me to start.
Hi, Kris! It is nice to make an acquiantance of you. I would love to join in May, on level two. Blessings, Katya
May is great for me, send link for Wed. green juice thing…I am looking forward to your book, I love the fun, funky, positive energy you put out. It is good planet medicine so we can all begin our healing journeys back to wellness wherever our dis-ease is. Thanks for the energy!!!
Would love to give this a try! June would be best and I’m definately still Level 1.
whooohooo this is going to be FUN! I’m in for level 4 in MAY
and if you need some easy-peasy, fast and delish recipes, just let me know! xo
This is exactly what I’m looking for! I’m a complete newbie, barely on Level 1 but I’m totally down to do this! I need a good kick in the soon to be hot ass :) heehee.. I would prefer May because it’s sooner but, really, either month works for me..
Cheers!
May sounds great! And I am so excited about this, even though I’m really just a level I. I promise I’ll try really hard (and have fun)!
like several other people, this is perfect timing. may works best for me–the sooner the better. :)
I already do 80/10/10 but I would love to join in for the connection with others. Either month is fine. Since May is almost here – and we’re getter closer to the summer months – May would be great. Like Rae said: “the sooner the better”
I just completed my first 30 days raw and I feel phenomenal! So in my quest for bionic womanhood, I am in for May! I think Raw is the new me!
I’m in for Level 4!
“If you don’t work, nothing will” Maya Angelou
Kris, you sparkle brighter than the stars at night! I can’t get enough of your wisdom! You too, Crazy Sexy community!
I’m in for May and will stick to Level 3 with the mini juice fast. So I’ll call that a 3.25. I have a hypochondriac sort of anxiety and have found that eating for my health calms my body and soul! Thank you for all that you share! Love my smiling soul :)
I am so SUPER excited about this program!!! This is what I have been needing! I am flexible and can start in May or June (the sooner the better of course) ;)
I’ll just keep checking in!
Count me in….May is perfect for start date…the sooner the better!!!!
ahhh, Im late, did I miss it? I guess I could just do it on my own. But if the june one didnt start yet Im down to do it :)
If I can start July since I missed June I’m in.Let me know
Wow, just came across your site through veganhappyface. Thanks for this. I recently finished writing a cookbook on vegan baking, needless to say I need a detox to jumpstart my health. These are great guidelines, thank you!
If you need more guinea pigs and decide to do this again…let me know! I’m in!
HI,I realise it is one year later but are you still looking for people interested in doing this for a month? I was looking for a drastic change in my life and stumbled on your page while looking for a gluten free Tabuoli recipe! Though I suppose you might have already published the new book. Thankyou for all the info.
I think a 80/20 raw/cooked ratio is optimal for most people. Your hardcore raw foodists will disagree but, I think things like beans digest much better cooked than sprouted, at least for my body.
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I am in for level 3 in May..
I am doing detox with raw diva right now 100% whohoo!!!!
Just lovin the detox
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